Hill House School

URN: 100518 • London SW1X 0EP

Overview

Name
Hill House School
URN
100518
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
E J S Townend (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02075841331
Website
Visit
Address
Hans Place, London SW1X 0EP

Summary

Hill House School is an independent, mixed-gender school located in Kensington and Chelsea, London, catering to children aged 4 to 13. With a current enrolment of 465 pupils and a capacity of 990, the school prides itself on fostering a warm and nurturing environment that celebrates individuality and promotes a love of learning. The school’s ethos is built around supporting each child’s happiness and development, encouraging them to explore their interests and engage with their peers.

The curriculum at Hill House is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with small class sizes ensuring personalized attention from teachers. Pupils consistently achieve excellent academic results, gaining places at top independent schools across the UK, with over 20% securing scholarships. The school emphasizes the importance of character development, aiming to instill confidence and resilience in its students.

Hill House School has a diverse community, welcoming children from various backgrounds and cultures. The school’s rich history, rooted in its Swiss origins, contributes to its inclusive atmosphere, where children are encouraged to take risks and develop their unique talents.

Key details

LA
Kensington and Chelsea
Age range
4 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
990
Pupils
465
Boys
299
Girls
166
FSM %
Open date
1958-03-27
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 465 299 166 990
2024-09-11 468 308 160 990
2023-09-11 507 325 182 990 0.00
2022-09-11 507 325 182 990 0.00
2021-09-11 553 353 200 990 0.00
2020-09-11 616 395 221 990 0.00

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